一场威斯康辛州听证会引发了全国关于残疾工人最低工资低于最低工资的辩论,各州在政策影响上意见分歧。 A Wisconsin hearing sparks national debate over subminimum wages for disabled workers, with states split on the policy’s impact.

在威斯康星州Beever Dam举行的一次众议院听证会上,重新辩论了第14(c)条,该条允许根据生产力对有重大残疾的工人给予低于最低工资的工资。 A House hearing in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, has reignited debate over Section 14(c), which allows subminimum wages for workers with significant disabilities based on productivity. 支持者认为,它提供了关键的就业机会、稳定与尊严,警告说,结束它可能导致失业和设施关闭。 Supporters argue it provides crucial jobs, stability, and dignity, warning that ending it could lead to job losses and facility closures. 批评者说,它使贫穷和隔离永久化,指出在结束了这种做法的各州,就业率较高。 Critics say it perpetuates poverty and segregation, pointing to higher employment in states that have ended the practice. 截至2024年,15个州和特区已经废除了低于最低工资证书,而其他州则保留了这些证书,反映出全国对包容性就业政策存在分歧。 As of 2024, 15 states and D.C. have eliminated subminimum wage certificates, while others maintain them, reflecting a national divide over inclusive employment policy.